Sep 244 min read
Dealing with and Preventing Pests and Infestations: A Guide for Landlords
With the news that Labour MP and landlord Jas Athwal failed to deal with ant infestations in flats that he owned, the topic of how to...
Aug 273 min read
What Does it Mean to Be a Good Landlord?
Property industry body Propertymark has publicly stated its support of Manchester mayor Andy Burnham’s new ‘Good Landlord Charter. ’ But...
Jul 113 min read
Should Landlords Fit an EV Charger at a Rental Property?
As electric vehicles (EVs) become increasingly popular, the demand for EV charging infrastructure is on the rise. For landlords, the...
Apr 303 min read
Which is Better For Landlords: Single Let or HMO?
Choosing between renting out a property as a single let or as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) depends on various factors, including...
Mar 263 min read
How to Be an Absentee Landlord and Make it Work
An absentee landlord who rented out properties in London whilst basing himself in Dubai has been forced to pay back £20,700 to tenants....
Mar 123 min read
How to Protect a Rental Property From Fire
Find out how to protect a rental property from fire with this handy guide that landlords can use.
Mar 29, 20222 min read
Should We Have 24-Hour-a-Day Landlord Requirements?
The High Court has ruled that landlords of houses in multiple occupation (HMO) in Belfast must be on call 24 hours a day. The ruling...
Mar 8, 20223 min read
Japanese Knotweed: How to Get Rid of it From Your Rental Properties
The storms that hit Britain in February may bring additional consequences for landlords and their rental properties. Japanese knotweed...
Feb 22, 20223 min read
What Makes the Perfect Buy to Let Property?
ARLA Propertymark has issued a warning that rental stocks are dwindling, particularly in London, where the number of available private...
Jan 25, 20223 min read
Could We See Rent Control in the UK?
The Scottish Government has issued a consultation on a set of new measures it says will “improve the lives of Scotland’s tenants.” Among...
